Abstract: Andersen
Consulting has had a running battle with Arthur Andersen and Andersen Worldwide over Arthur Andersen's encroachment on the management and technology
consulting firm's space. The win on August 7 releases Andersen
Consulting from all its obligations, turning it into an independent
company, with the slight stipulation of a name change.
PubDate: 8/31/2000
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